Executive Director, Jeff Mastroianni, was on hand for career day at Easthampton High School on March 21, 2024. He explained that public media access television is not only important to ensure our free speech and sustain our sense of community; through access to local news and programming, but is a proven training ground for future media professionals.
Jeff also explained the typical roles on a production team and their related day rates based on current industry standards. Time spent in a local public access media center, like ours, is a great way to get your hands on equipment, receive training and the opportunity to develop skills in a professional environment.
Why do people work in public media?
You might enjoy this article from the Current by April Simpson (April 4, 2017), addressing the question of “Why do people work in public media?”
E•Media “Committed to Community”